Lowered Flags Remember Dr. Cerina Fairfax — “Flags across Virginia will be lowered [today] to honor the memory of Dr. Cerina Fairfax and other victims of domestic violence. Gov. Abigail Spanberger ordered [Friday] that U.S. and Virginia flags be flown at half-staff on all state and local government buildings and grounds from sunrise to sunset, expressing a commitment to ‘helping those who face domestic violence or the threat of domestic violence.'” [FFXnow]
Citywide Repaving This Week — “Businesses and residents whose streets are scheduled for repaving receive advance notice – typically by displayed project signs and/or letters. Temporary ‘No Parking’ signs will also be posted before work begins. Please be sure to observe these signs to avoid tickets and potential towing of vehicle.” Affected streets are on the City of Alexandria’s website. [City of Alexandria]
Porsche Arlington Relocating to Lincolnia — “New County Motor Car Group, owner of Porsche Arlington, filed plans Monday to build a 67,000-square-foot dealership at 6500 Little River Turnpike in Lincolnia, site of the now shuttered Rosenthal Chevrolet of Alexandria. The plans are titled ‘Porsche Arlington Relocation to Porsche Alexandria.'” [Washington Business Journal]
Warner On Affordable Healthcare — “We all knew this was going to happen – after Republicans ended ACA tax credits that kept health insurance affordable, millions are now dropping their coverage. It never had to be this way.” [Sen. Mark Warner/X]
Tiki Bar Pop-Up Launches in Old Town — “The waterfront Hi-Tide Lounge at Vola’s Dockside Grill has just opened a new Tiki Pop-Up Bar. You’ll find island-inspired cocktails, food, and tiki-themed decor. The pop-up launched on April 23 and will be available until August 31.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]
AC Costs Expected to Rise Nationally — “The National Energy Assistance Directors Association projects the average electricity cost to cool homes between June and September will reach $778 this summer. That’s a $61 — or 8.5% — increase from last year and nearly 37% higher than in 2020.” [Virginia Mercury]
It’s Monday — Expect mostly sunny weather with temperatures reaching a high of 76°F. The southwest wind will range from 7 to 11 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. Monday night will bring partly cloudy skies and a low of around 61°F, with a south wind at about 9 mph. [NWS]
